How to Renovate Your Luxury Home With the Most Impact

The decision to renovate your luxury home is a big one, mainly because of
the inconvenience and expense associated with the process. For those reasons,
you want to make sure that the hassle and inconvenience make the absolute most
impact you can manage.

One of the main reasons people go astray on their renovation decisions is an
imbalance of information. That is, they see a single feature advertised, and
they get too emotionally attached to the inclusion of that feature in the
house.

This distraction can get very expensive and return very little money. Sure,
the installation of drawers under a stairwell is a clever and efficient way to
store things, but if your home already features large walk-in closets and
storage in the basement or attic, it’s not worthwhile. Those eye-catching
features can steer you to the wrong work in the wrong place.

Conversely, a versatile component like Corian
countertops or insulated windows can prove to be a great
choice. Here’s how you can sort through the overwhelming variety of
products and settle on the projects you need to do:

Frequency Of Room Use

If your home includes seldom-used spaces like guest bedrooms or formal
dining rooms, it can be very easy to let them develop a dated look. When it
comes time to renovate, we often think of these rooms first because they have
been neglected for years.

But the first sign that it’s not worth doing is that the old décor has
endured long enough to look dated. If the trim work has been bumped and
scratched, the floors dulled, and the windows worn with heavy use, it’s
obviously worth renovating. But a room that is out of style more than it is out
of functionality should probably be lower on the list.

Conversely, our busiest and hardest-working rooms should get our attention
first. Kitchen countertops may have stains or knife scratches, and those in the
bathroom may be scuffed from dropped curling irons or frequent cleaning. Favor
rooms that are worn out, not out of style. Then update
them for both purposes.

Renovations That Will Save Money

The most common reason people renovate is to update the look of the home.
But sometimes it can be well worth your money to replace something that still
works well and looks good.

Windows are a great example. Even if they open smoothly and look great, they
may not be very energy-efficient. You can replace them with better-insulated
units and dramatically improve your home’s heating and cooling costs. The
same can go for faucets and light fixtures.

Safety is another good reason. The hardwood stair treads that were already
in place in the home when you bought it would be a great target for replacement
once you have young children attempting to navigate them. Cover them with
carpet for a safer option that will also be cheaper to upgrade at the next
renovation.

Options For A Quick Increase In Value

If your plan is to sell the home at some point, there are renovations
you can do that will increase its curb appeal. Potential buyers love to see
modern features, efficient appliances, and beautiful colors inside, but they
are first captured by what they see from the outside.

If shutters, siding, porch surfaces, and concrete sidewalks are looking
dated, discolored, or worn, those renovations are worth doing. People perceive
that a home with a good exterior will be less likely to develop leaks, drafts,
and other problems.

Many of these upgrades can require only a good cleaning by a professional.
The accumulation of moss on sidewalks or siding can be quickly dispatched by a
pressure-cleaning surface, and many of these contractors offer treatments to
prevent recurrence.

Renovation is an exciting and complex activity. Staying on track requires planning ahead. If you focus on the most beneficial activities, you will have a better impact and a better price tag.